As a personal trainer, designing a tailored, effective workout plan is the baseline. It’s the absolute minimum I will do for you. But here is a reality check that many fitness professionals overlook: a workout usually lasts about one hour. What happens during the other 23 hours of your day? Think about it this way. […]
Why Your “Other 23 Hours” Matter Most: The Power of a Wellness Audit Read More »
I’ll be honest: I haven’t written a blog post for a month. I felt guilty about that. As a personal trainer, a mom, and the founder of NakaNaka Fitness, I felt like I had to be a constant source of “perfect” motivation. But the truth is, the last few months haven’t been perfect. They’ve been
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Are you ready to embrace the fresh air and hit the pavement this spring? Whether you are a seasoned runner or looking to complete your very first 5K, how you move and how you train your heart are the two biggest factors in whether you’ll finish feeling exhausted or empowered. The “Game Changer” Form Fix
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If you follow the latest in wellness, you’ve likely heard the term Zone 2 Training. In 2026, it has officially overtaken HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training) as the most talked-about metric in the fitness world. But what exactly is it, and why is it the “secret weapon” for high-performing professionals? What is Zone 2? Physiologically, Zone
Happy New Year! We’ve officially stepped into 2026, and if you’re feeling a little heavier from the holiday season or a bit overwhelmed by the pressure of “resolutions,” you aren’t alone. Many of us start January aiming for a fresh start, but the key to actually reaching that finish line isn’t just willpower—it’s how you
How to Set a Successful Fitness Goal for 2026 Read More »
Snowboard season is here, and the call of the mountain is getting louder! We all want to progress, carve deeper, and ride longer without the brutal leg burn or the risk of injury. The secret to leveling up your riding this winter doesn’t start on the snow—it starts in the gym. I’m passionate about snowboarding,
Shred Smarter, Not Just Harder: Your 4-Week Snowboard Prep Read More »
Hey amazing people in Bothell/Kirkland (and surrounding areas)! Let’s be real, finding time for ourselves, let alone a workout, can feel like scaling Mount Everest. The juggling act of work deadlines, endless errands, and everything else in between often leaves “me time” at the very bottom of the to-do list. That’s why I’m SO excited
Fitness at Your Home: Home Delivered Workouts for Busy you Read More »
For most of my life, running was my enemy. It was boring, exhausting, and my absolute last choice for a workout. The idea of “runner’s high” was a myth to me; I only ever experienced a “runner’s why am I doing this?” My feelings were clear: I’d rather do burpees than run a single mile.
My Unlikely Journey with Running: From 0K to a 20K Finish Line Read More »
I’ve talked about “cheat days” before, celebrating a “conquered” one in my last post. But after reflecting, I want to dive a little deeper, share some updates, and honestly, even challenge the term itself. What is a cheat day? Is it beneficial? Do you need one? How often can you have one? The fitness world
From “Cheat” to “Reward”: Rethinking Indulgence on My Fitness Journey Read More »
Every year, my fitness journey feels a bit like a personal science experiment. I love trying new things, discovering what works for my body and what doesn’t. It can be incredibly motivating when a new approach clicks, like uncovering a secret method just for you. But, let’s be honest, it’s also incredibly demotivating when an
My Body Experiment: How I Shed 5% Body Fat This Year Read More »